Grades of Hardwood Flooring
Wood is a natural product featuring natural variation in color and knots that reflects the tree’s age and history. To help consumers choose their floors, hardwood flooring is classified in grades:
- “Clear” grade: color variation is minor, wood is selected for color uniformity, and sound knots are allowed, as are minimal stains, checks or splits.
- “Select & Better” grade: color variation is moderate, wood is selected for color uniformity, sound knots are allowed, minimal stains, checks or splits
- “Select” grade: relatively uniform with a little color variation in shade, sound knots are allowed
- “Select Common” grade: a blend of select and #1 common grade. Color variation is pronounced, sound knots are allowed, some non-natural discoloration are allowed
- “#1 Common” grade: A nice blend of natural color variations of heartwood and sapwood, all variations are allowed. The wood grain is very visible with its darker color. Unfilled pin knots are allowed, some non-natural discolorations are allowed.
- “Character” or “Builder” grade: a nice blend of natural color variations of heartwood and sapwood, all variations are allowed. The wood grain is very visible with its darker color. Knots up to ¾” filled with putty are allowed. Cracks and splits filled may be present.”
Update:
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